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  • Data Management
  • Information Science

Background:

  • Perishable data collection in disasters lacks consistent definition and detailed discussion in scientific literature.
  • Transient data, crucial for understanding disaster events and recovery, is at risk of degradation or loss if not collected promptly.
  • Existing research has not fully addressed the nuances of defining and collecting perishable data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define 'perishable data' within the disaster research context.
  • To provide guidance on improving the collection and sharing of perishable data.
  • To address the gap in literature regarding the consistent definition and handling of transient disaster data.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptualizing perishable data as highly transient information requiring rapid collection.
  • Identifying types of perishable data, including pre-disaster conditions, near-misses, and recovery processes.
  • Analyzing ethical and logistical challenges in perishable data acquisition and dissemination.

Main Results:

  • Perishable data is defined as transient information that degrades or is lost if not collected quickly after generation.
  • Effective collection requires multiple time points and varying geographic scales to characterize exposure and coping capacity.
  • Ethical and logistical challenges, alongside opportunities for equitable data practices, are identified.

Conclusions:

  • A clear definition and improved collection/sharing strategies for perishable data are essential for disaster research.
  • Addressing challenges in collecting transient data enhances understanding of disaster impacts and recovery.
  • Equitable practices in perishable data dissemination are critical for comprehensive disaster response and mitigation efforts.